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Wondering about pricing for your reception, or interested in scheduling a tour? Call (866) 526-7200 or email prince-reserve@calvin.edu today!

Prince is an inviting wedding venue located on the campus of Calvin University in Grand Rapids, MI. Our Great Hall features grand 25-foot ceilings and a flexible open floor plan along with a bright and generous pre-function space and lobby. Guests will experience flavorful American cuisine, presented elegantly by the exceptional Prince Catering department. Adjacent floors offer modern and comfortable hotel rooms and suites, perfect for the honeymoon couple, bridesmaids and guests.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,200

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$820

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$820

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

13

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Prince Conference Center at Calvin University

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User1532793 Sent on 02/11/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Everyone and everything was done exactly as promised, professionally and with style and grace. Many guests commented on the delicious food and generous portions (we had a luncheon reception). Waitstaff was adequate and always available. Gifts were loaded onto luggage carts and ready to place in cars. At least one staff member stayed until the very end of the reception when everything was packed up and ready to go. Very enjoyable experience and good value for the money.
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Amanda Sent on 07/13/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The Prince Conference center was a FANTASTIC venue to work with and I could not have asked for a better place to hold my wedding reception. From the very beginning, I was given a contact at the Prince who helped me out with planning my wedding details and day-of schedule and keeping me on track. The Prince Conference Center strives for excellence and good service, and it was evident through the cleanliness of the venue, the friendly and organized staff, the delicious food/variety of meal options, and the amount of work put into setting up the reception hall in order to make it as beautiful as possible. This venue is also a good choice because it is a hotel so wedding guests can have convenient lodging at a discounted event rate. Another perk is that the Prince offers a wide variety of table linens, napkins, and centerpieces that come at no additional charge. My wedding went SO smoothly and I received many compliments (both from guests and vendors) about how great and professional the service was and how beautifully the room was decorated. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue to anyone looking to hold a beautiful reception or event!
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Genelle Sent on 04/29/2011
5 out of 5 rating
The Prince staff was incredible. They really went out of their way to accommodate us, both in the hotel and for the reception. Amanda was so great to work with, and she continued to impress me with her professionalism, advice, and organization. During the reception, Kerrie was so helpful and kept things running smoothly. The hotel is very nice, and certainly convenient. Our guests were very impressed with the Fireside Room during the pre-reception hour, and the fireplaces are a nice touch. This was definitely the best choice for a reception venue!
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Sarah Sent on 08/07/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Everything went off without a problem! Everything was as we needed it to be! We go to church there so we knew what to expect. They worked with us and our own organist. It was great!
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Betsy Sent on 01/21/2014
4.8 out of 5 rating
AWESOME! So easy to work with! They had everything handled for my reception, that I forgot I needed to tell our MC details, because I just wrote then entire reception off as being handled. They made great suggestions for timing, placement of gift table, guest book, cake, etc., seating arrangements were clear and set up exactly as I expected, and the FOOD! SO many compliments! Beautiful rooms to use and great for mingling with guests and enjoying our big day!
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Lisa Sent on 10/11/2010
4.6 out of 5 rating
Very easy to work with, we loved how much they were able to do and not having to find additional vendors. The ideal solution for a bride planning from afar. Also, it's hard to beat their catering prices.
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Rivka Sent on 04/29/2009
4.5 out of 5 rating
Calvin provides multiple chapels for weddings and ceremonies and also can offer the Prince Conference Center for receptions. We just had our ceremony in the main chapel and it was beautiful. For Calvin students or Alum there is a discount available for the space, which can help in finding an affordable space. There are some limitations on decorations and time slots available just by the nature of the space and its other uses, but it worked out great for us. Lovely location for a ceremony, and great spots outside for pics too.
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Caitlin Sent on 12/12/2008
4.5 out of 5 rating
We had our reception (not ceremony) at the Prince Conference Center and overall, we were very pleased. They also provided the catering, and the food was delicious. We did our dinner buffet-style and all of our nearly 200 guests were served and eating within 20 minutes! Their catering staff is excellent at streamlining the process as well as keeping everyone's glasses full and clearing tables quickly. The venue is pretty, especially the fireside room, where we served our appetizers. The staff was easy to work with and met with us as many times as we requested during the time leading up to the wedding. Best of all, they do all of the set-up and clean-up for you! (Really, who wants to clean up a reception hall after their family member's wedding???) They provide several center-piece options for you to use, which is included in the cost of room rental, making centerpieces more affordable. Linens, dance floor, risers for head table, A/V equipment, etc. are also all included in the room rental price. (No hidden costs!) Book early, because 14 months in advance they were already starting to fill up!

The only complaints that we had had to do with the set-up of the room. There are no windows in the main banquet room making it quite dark, and the dance floor is a bit small. Other than those two things, however, we enjoyed our experience at the Prince Conference Center, and we would reccommend it to anyone!
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Prince Conference Center at Calvin University frequently asked questions

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Prince Conference Center at Calvin University includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The space offered by Prince Conference Center at Calvin University for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
Prince Conference Center at Calvin University offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Prince Conference Center at Calvin University offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Prince Conference Center at Calvin University offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Prince Conference Center at Calvin University offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Prince Conference Center at Calvin University is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.
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